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From: marocchi@cell.mot.COM (Jim Marocchi)
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Subject: Re: Problems with sys
Keywords: upgrade sys hidden files
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Date: 25 Oct 89 17:37:41 GMT
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One other method to easily upgrade versions of DOS is to
create two (or more if you have the need) partitons on
your hard drive. Make the c: partition small (I've got
~500KB), and place only the DOS system files into that 
partiton. The c: partiton then is the bootable partition
with the d: partition your user area. The advantage with
this approach is having the ability to easily and quickly
re-format the c: partiton (with new DOS) and not disturb 
the remainder of your data and program area.